For nearly 70 years, Steam Plant Operation has been the definitive reference for system design to installation, operational features, expert maintenance and repairs.

A classic reference for understanding power plant design and operation, Steam Plant Operation has assisted more operators to pass licensing exams than any other text.

Packed with illustrations and fundamental descriptions, Steam Plant Operation keeps the engineer or plant operator current for the safe operation, expert guidance on design of various systems and help with every aspect of steam plant operation.

Contents

1. Steam and Its Importance
2. Boilers
3. Design and Construction of Boilers
4. Combustion of Fuels
5. Boiler Settings, Combustion Systems, and Auxiliary Equipment
6. Boiler Accessories
7. Operation and Maintenance of Boilers
8. Pumps
9. Steam Turbines, Condensers, and Cooling Towers
10. Operating and Maintaining Steam Turbines, Condensers, Cooling Towers, and Auxiliaries
11. Auxiliary Steam-Plant Equipment
12. Environmental Control Systems
13. Waste-to-Energy Plants

Appendices

• Unit Conversions
• Geometric Formulas
• Steam Tables and Charts
• Answers to Problems

Index

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